As part of the 29th International Science and Youth Week organized this year by Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University (BEUN), 'Akademinin Sesi' (the Voice of Academia) and 'Akademik Orkestra' (Academic Orchestra) concerts brought together the unifying power of art with the vibrant atmosphere of the campuys, offering the audience unforgettable moments. Drawing great interest from students, the concerts turned into a celebration where music, culture, and the enthusiasm of the youth came together on the same stage.
Evenings Filled with Music in the Science and Youth Week
Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Servet Karasu, academic and administrative staff and many students attended the concerts held at Sports Field Stage on Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University Farabi Campus. The colorful atmosphere in the festival area was filled with the youth’s energy while the audience sang along throughout the concert.
In the concert held on the first day of the 29th International Science and Technology Week, “Akademinin Sesi” chorus including the academic and administrative staff of the university conducted by Lecturer Cem Dertsiz was widely appreciated by the audience for its extensive repertoire ranging from Turkish folk music and Turkish classical music to popular songs.
The Zeybek performance by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serdar Yılmaz, a member of Faculty of Engineering, received great applause from the audience. With its cozy atmosphere, strong performances, and memorable songs, the concert was one of the most outstanding events of the festival.
Presenting Lecturer Cem Dertsiz with flowers at the end of the concert, Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Servet Karasu congratulated all members of the chorus and conveyed his gratitude.
A Musical Feast from ‘Akademik Orkestra’
On the second day of the festival, Akademik Orkestra, which consists of academic members and students of Conservatory, conducted by the Director of State Conservatory Prof. Dr. İlker Kömürcü provided the audience with a musical feast. The distinguished repertoire including songs from classical Turkish music to pop and jazz received great applause from the audience.
The audience sang along with the orchestra enthusiastically, which created an open-air celebration in the festival area. At the end of the concert, Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Servet Karasu presented State Conservatory academics, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melike Bolat and Asst. Prof. Dr. Cemalettin Baydağ with flowers.
Rector Özölçer: “Spring Festivals Contribute to the Sociocultural Development of Our Students Through Cultural and Arts Activities”
In his remarks on the concerts held within the scope of the International Science and Youth Week, BEUN Rector Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer stated the following:
The cultural and arts activities held as part of the 29th International Science and Youth Week created a heartwarming solidarity atmosphere on the campus. Valuable works performed by “Akademinin Sesi” chorus and ‘Akademik Orkestra’ reflected the unifying power of music, universal language of the arts, and the cultural richness of the university.
Universities are significant science centers where arts, culture, and social solidarity develop. We believe that students’ being in touch with arts as well as their scientific studies, being a part of cultural activities, and developing their social lives are significant.
Especially the performance of “ Akademinin Sesi” chorus consisting of academic and administrative staff, is a reflection of strong sense of belonging and solidarity. Likewise, the “Akademik Orkestra” consisting of academics and students of State Conservatory treated the audience to a musical feast.
I would like to extend my thanks to especially Director of State Conservatory Prof. Dr. İlker Kömürcü, academics, students and those who contributed to these meaningful concerts. I wholeheartedly believe that this joyful atmosphere with the enthusiasm of the youth and beauty of arts will add value to the cultural life at our university.”
BEUN FEST 26 Continues
Hosting many activities from science and sports to arts and cultural events, the 29th International Science and Youth Week continues with concerts, exhibitions, sports events, workshops, and student activities.
